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Tuesday, June 1

4:30 p.m., Small Business Administration Loan Clinic at Regions Plaza (210 E. Capitol St.), in the SBA Conference Room on the 10th floor. Learn about the variety of SBA products used to guaranty loans ranging from $5,000 to $2 million as well as approved and participating lenders in the area. Space is limited. Call or go online at to register. Free; call 601-965-4378, ext. 11.

6 p.m., Financial Education Seminar at 3000 Fondren Building (3000 Old Canton Road) in suite 550. Hosted by Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Jackson, the seminar will be led by certified budget and credit counselors. Free; call 601-969-6431.

Wednesday, June 2

Noon, "History Is Lunch" at William F. Winter Archives and History Building (200 North St.). Elizabeth Ann Payne and Martha Swain talk about their new book, "Mississippi Women: Their Histories, Their Lives, Volume Two." Bring your own lunch; coffee/water provided. Free; call 601-576-6850.

Thursday, June 3

5:30 p.m., Jackson Public School Board Meeting at Jackson Public Schools (621 S. State St.). The JPS School Board meets for its discipline session, open to the public. Free; call 601-960-8700.

6 p.m., Precinct 1 COPS Meeting at Jackson Police Department, Precinct 1 (810 Cooper Road). These monthly meetings are forums designed to help resolve community issues or problems, from crime to potholes. Call 601-960-0001.

6 p.m., Couture for a Cure at Renaissance (1000 Highland Colony Parkway, Ridgeland). The event includes a silent auction and a fashion show. Proceeds benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. Tickets can be purchased at Pink Bombshell. $5 in advance, $8 at the door; call 601-853-0775.

Friday, June 4

10 a.m., Mississippi On The Money Lecture Series Marathon at Eudora Welty Library (300 N. State St.), in the Community Meeting Room. The multi-lecture event will begin with topic "Update: Federal Reserve and World Central Banks" and end with the lecture "Farish Street Future Shock." Emzy Veazy III is the host. Call 424-288-6202.

Saturday, June 5

8 a.m., Jackson Audubon Society Monthly Bird Walk at LeFleur's Bluff State Park Mayes Lake (115 Lakeland Terrace). An experienced Audubon Society member will lead the walk. Bring binoculars, water, insect repellent and a snack. Call ahead if you would like to borrow a pair of binoculars. An adult must accompany children under 15. Free, $3 car entrance fee; call 601-956-7444.

8 a.m.-1 p.m., Free Rabies Clinic at Mississippi Animal Rescue League (5221 Greenway Drive Ext.). The Humane Society of the United States, Mississippi Animal Rescue League and Mississippi Spay and Neuter are providing free rabies vaccines for cats and dogs. Those who participate will have a chance to win spay/neuter certificates ranging from $25 to $75. Free; call 866-901-7729.

8 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Media Camp Mississippi at Mississippi Public Broadcasting (3825 Ridgewood Road). The camp brings together community technology activists, citizen journalists and other members of the public interested in public media with public broadcasters. Participants will formulate conference tracks and sessions as part of the pre-conference engagement process. Significant portions of the event will also be left open for attendees to create their own sessions on the weekend of the event. Free; visit the camp's website

9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Vote 2010 Kickoff at Typing Solutions, Resumes & Etc. (1052 Maria Court). Volunteer to canvas door-to-door to register voters or update addresses for existing voters. Organizing for America sponsors the event. Call 601-372-0229.

Sunday, June 6

9 a.m., National Cancer Survivors Day 3K Fun Run/Walk at LeFleur's Bluff State Park, Mayes Lake (115 Lakeland Terrace). Registration begins at 8 a.m. The annual event honors Mississippians who are cancer patients or survivors. The entry fee includes a T-shirt. Proceeds benefit Nurses Making a Difference Every Day (NMADE). The deadline to sign up is May 28. $20; visit nmade.org.

11 a.m., National Cancer Survivors Day Program Black's Chapel Church, (4325 Robinson Road). Activities include the recognition of all cancer survivors, cancer material handouts and brochures, ribbon pinning, a motivational testimony by a survivor and a multi-colored balloon release ceremony. Call 601-966-7252.

2 p.m., National Cancer Survivors Day Program at Old Capitol Inn (226 N State St.). The event is a chance for cancer survivors, caregivers, family members, friends and health-care professionals to unite and show that life after a cancer diagnosis can be meaningful and productive. Baptist Cancer Services will be giving special recognition to a "Cancer Survivor of the Year" and a "Caregiver of the Year." Free; call 601-948-6262 or 800-948-6262.

Monday, June 7

9 a.m., Hinds County Board of Supervisors at Chancery Court (316 S. President St.). The Board of Supervisors holds its regular meeting, open to the public. Call 601-968-6501.

9 a.m., Rankin County Board of Supervisors Meeting at Rankin County Government Offices (211 E. Government St., Brandon). The board holds its regular meeting. Call 601-825-1475.

Building Fund for the Arts Call for Grant Applications, at Mississippi Arts Commission (Woolfolk Building, 501 N. West St., Suite 1101A). The program provides funding for the renovation or expansion of arts facilities owned by arts-based nonprofits or local governments. The program has a thorough application and review process. Organizations interested in applying must submit a full application package by June 7. Call 601-359-6031.

Call for Applications

Grant Development Program Call for Applications at Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau (111 E. Capitol St., Suite 102). The Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau's grant program is open to any nonprofit tourism-related entity in the city of Jackson. The application deadline is June 15. The grant period is from September 1, 2010, to August 31, 2011. Call 601-960-1891.

Governor's Awards for Excellence in the Arts Call for Nominations at Mississippi Arts Commission (Woolfolk Building, 501 N. West St., Suite 1101A). The awards, presented annually by the Arts Commission and the Governor's Office, recognize organizations and individuals whose work on behalf of the arts has significantly contributed to the growth and development of the cultural life of Mississippi. The winners will be announced later this year, and the awards will be presented at the annual public ceremony to be held in Feb. 2011. The nomination form and supplementary materials must be postmarked or hand-delivered by 5 p.m. June 25. Free; call 601-359-6031.

Through Dec. 18

8 a.m.-2 p.m., Greater Belhaven Market, at Mississippi Farmers Market (929 High St.). Buy some fresh produce or other food or gift items. The market is open every Saturday. Free admission; call 601-506-2848 or 601-354-6573.

Ongoing

Events at Baptist Medical Center (1225 N. State St.). Call 601-948-6262 or 800-948-6262.
• Women Walking Program. Walkers will meet at the information desk in the Baptist for Women lobby. Walk for 30 minutes at your own pace on Tuesdays and Thursdays, rain or shine. A fitness professional will also be on hand to help you get the most benefit from your exercise. Parking is available in the Baptist for Women parking lot. Registration is required. $10 per month.
• Cancer Rehab Classes in the Activity Room of the Hederman Cancer Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The class helps cancer patients enhance cardiovascular strength and endurance and immune system and bone density. It helps to increase overall strength and stamina, decrease fatigue, weight loss and improve digestion. Registration is required. Free.

Farmers Market at Jackson Roadmap to Health Equity Project's Farmers Market (2548 Livingston Road). Buy from a wide selection of fresh produce provided by participating local farmers. Market hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Tuesday and Fridays, and 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Free admission; call 601-951-9273.